Tutor of Engineering
Ref:2425/183
Hours:14.8 hours per week (0.4 fte) plus the possibility of additional part time variable hours
Salary:Up to 41,313 pro rata per annum* (subject to experience and qualifications).
Plus generous benefits. These include:
• 57 days annual leave per year pro rata (including bank holidays and efficiency closures)
• Generous Occupational Pension Scheme
• Financial support towards teacher training course fees if you do not have a recognised Level 5 teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE) - worth up to £7,000 over two years
About the role
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who would relish the opportunity to share their knowledge, skills and industry experience when teaching across a range of vocational engineering programmes.
This is a great opportunity to inspire our future engineers, teaching predominantly across our Level 3 programmes (e.g. BTEC Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, T Level). The successful candidate will bring a breadth of engineering knowledge and skills, from any of these disciplines i.e. from electronic/electrical to manufacturing, or mechanical to design type disciplines delivering predominantly ‘project’ based teaching, supporting students to develop skills to create successful design & engineering portfolios, prototypes and solutions in their field/specialism. General workshop skills are an advantage, as is any experience with the following areas :- Computer Numerical Control & Manufacture (Lathe & Mill), 2D / 3D CAD (e.g. AutoCAD, Solidworks), 3D printing/additive manufacture, building & programming electronics, microcontrollers / PLCs, robotics etc.
*Staff with Advanced Teacher Status (ATS) via the Society for Education and Training (SET) are eligible to receive an enhanced salary of £42,738 - ask us for further details
About the person
You may be an experienced tutor/teacher, or a newly qualified tutor/teacher, however we would also encourage applications from those working in design, manufacturing and/or engineering industry. Experience of leading projects/programmes, understanding and experience of project life cycles is a significant benefit. You may be an experienced FE trainer/tutor, or a newly qualified tutor, but we would also encourage applications from those working in industry. Experience of leading projects/programmes would also be of benefit.
You should have a minimum of HND in a relevant Engineering discipline, or/and relevant industry standard qualifications and experience. You will ideally possess a recognised teaching qualification and assessor/IQA awards, or be willing to work towards these with funding support from the College. Recent experience within a manufacturing / engineering industry would be a significant advantage.
About the College
We are a large, regional college serving a population across York and North Yorkshire of more one million people. Each year, we have approximately 4,000 school leavers, 1,000 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.
Our wide range of education options span entry level programmes through to degrees, higher technical qualifications, and accredited professional courses to courses for professional development. Our apprenticeships can be studied from level 2 to level 5 across a range of different career pathways. We are the largest provider of A-Level and vocational programmes for school leavers in the region; we offer nearly 35 A-Level subjects and over 80 vocational courses, including a wide range of T-Level pathways.
We are proud to be part of a consortium of colleges and employers developing the Yorkshire and Humber Institute of Technology (IoT), designed to increase higher level technical skills for employers.
With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.
Please visit our website:www.yorkcollege.ac.uk
Want to know more?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lisa Wheeler, Curriculum & Standards Manager: Engineering on 07803 615613
Important Notices
Please see the attached document for Important Notices.
Please note that we do not accept CV applications. If you are viewing this vacancy through any job board then please go to our websitewww.yorkcollege.ac.uk/job-vacanciesand apply using our application form.
Closing date:05 August 2025 (9am)
Interviews:14 August 2025
We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG).
As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. York College has signed up to the ‘Mindful Employer’ charter for employers who are positive about mental health. We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions.
We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other ‘protected’ characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.
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